July 2024

Chamber Update

Chamber Office

The Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce

is excited to announce the official launch of our Chamber’s Strategic Working Plan! This comprehensive plan outlines our vision, goals, and strategies to drive our organization forward.

Strategic Working Plan 2024 - 2026


Key Highlights:

  • Our Vision, Our Mission and Our Values
  • Strategic Goals: Our plan includes three overarching goals aligned with our mission.
  • Action Plan: We’ve developed a detailed action plan with specific steps, responsibilities, and timelines.
  • Impact
  • Monitoring and Review: Regular progress updates will ensure we stay on track.


Next Steps:

  1. Read the Plan: Please review the full plan.
  2. Feedback: Please share your thoughts and ideas. We value your input.


If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out to the Chamber office.

***PLEASE fill out this short survey to WIN a prize!***


In order to help shape the future of your Chamber and serve you and your business better please take 2-3 minutes to complete the following survey. By participating, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a chance to attend one of our events at no cost.


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The Ottawa Valley Business Hive, located within Renfrew Town Hall at 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, serves as a central hub for valuable resources accessible to businesses in Renfrew and the surrounding area. Our office partners include the Downtown Renfrew Business Improvement Area (BIA), Enterprise Renfrew County, the Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC), and the Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce.


For information, services, and more, feel free to reach out to any of our business partners:


Additionally, office and boardroom spaces are available for rent based on availability, with updated costs reflected in the Town of Renfrew Fees and Charges Schedule.

The Chamber Board of Directors continues to meet in person and by Zoom meetings. Our next Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday August 20, 2024, beginning at 8:00 a.m.in the

Town of Renfrew Upstairs Boardroom.


PLEASE NOTE: THE CHAMBER OFFICE HAS A NEW PHONE NUMBER, PLEASE UPDATE YOUR RECORDS with our new address and phone number:

  

127 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Phone: 613-432-4848 ext. 181 Cell # 613-717-0395

info@renfrewareachamber.ca www.renfrewareachamber.ca

Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce Member Benefits


Did you know that as a member of the Chamber has its rewards!

Discounts from Esso, Freight and Group Insurance are a few of them.

See below for some information on a couple of benefits that are available to Chamber Members.


Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan



Learn More about the Chambers Plan Group Insurance


Welcome to Canada's #1

Group Benefits Plan


Exclusive Group Benefits for Chambers Members




Chambers Plan Employee Benefits

Chambers Plan is the #1 employee benefits plan for Canadian small businesses,

and it’s offered as an exclusive benefit for our chamber members.



More than 30,000 small to midsize businesses choose Chambers Plan to protect their employees with comprehensive group benefits. It's built for chamber members with 1-50 employees, including self-employed entrepreneurs, home-based businesses and farms.


Learn More


Here are six compelling reasons to consider the Chambers Plan if you’re contemplating employee benefits for your company or seeking an alternative to your current plan:


  1. No minimum firm size or industry restrictions.
  2. Guaranteed renewal, with rates consistently below the industry average.
  3. Free business assistance services, including access to lawyers, accountants, and HR professionals.
  4. Telemedicine services, benefit from free access to telemedicine services.
  5. Fast claim payments, Direct deposit claim payments within 48 hours.
  6. Customizable coverage: Tailor coverage to fit your business needs.



For more information or a free quote, feel free to contact

our designated advisor Heather Allin.

Heather Allin, CEBS

Broker

Email: heather@doucettinsurance.ca

Phone: 613-253-2410


      www.chamberplan.ca https://doucettinsurance.ca/ info@doucettinsurance.ca

You can also contact the Chamber office for more information regarding this plan. info@renfrewareachamber.ca

Follow the link to view the services offered to our members.

You will have access to Newsletters, Blogs, and Webinars.

HR Covered Services

Member Spot Light

The Labour Market Group of Renfrew and Lanark


The Labour Market Group of Renfrew and Lanark (LMG) represents one of 26 workforce planning areas in the Province of Ontario.


Funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, the group works to provide accurate and timely labour market information to employers, job seekers and organizations that use labour market data for strategic planning purposes. The group also provides annual labour market reports that outline trends in the local labour force using statistical data from several sources, as well an intelligence gathered from local employers and employment agencies.


2023-2024 LOCAL LABOUR MARKET REPORT

The Labour Market Report


Follow the link to learn more about The Labour Market Group of Renfrew and Lanark.

Learn More

Funding, Events and Seminars

The ‘New to the Frew Community Showcase Evening’ is just around the corner. 

This event is scheduled to be on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm,

at the myFM Centre, upstairs hall, 1 Ma-te-Way Drive, Renfrew.


The Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Renfrew, is excited to host this informative event. It’s an opportunity for all community residents to connect directly with local organizations and businesses. We are now taking table registrations from local groups/organizations that want to showcase what they do in the Town of Renfrew and the surrounding area. Register for your table NOW! Space is limited and is reserved on a first come, first served basis.

  

Contact Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce info@renfrewareachamber.ca or

call 613-432-4848 ext. 181 to reserve your spot.

Renfrew Seniors Home Support Events


Enterprise Renfrew County is pleased to host

an Introduction to PARO Care Services and Fall Starter Company Information Sessions. Details below.

Webinar: Introduction to Paro Centre Services



  • Date: August 8th, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM


  • Facilitator: Paro Centre


  • Focus: Introduction to services supporting Ontario women in small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises.



Fall Starter Company Information Sessions


  • Session 1: August 13th, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM


  • Session 2: August 15th, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM


  • Details: These sessions are mandatory for obtaining the application. Please attend one to learn more.


RESOURSES

Canadian Chamber of Commerce - Access to up-to-date information that affect Canadian Businesses. Visit the Canadian Chamber of Commerce website.. http://www.chamber.ca

Just Announced!

Candace Laing will become the new President and CEO of the

Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Canada’s largest business network,

on September 1, 2024. Follow the link to read more.


Candace Laing to Head Canadian Chamber of Commerce - Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Did you know that membership with Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce has its rewards. Through the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, members are eligible for discounts with Esso Esso Fuel Savings, Chamber Members Save Big on Shipping and have a variety of Resources. Programs and Services

Resources for Businesses

Find out more about how we make decisions by reviewing the Operational policy manual, Employer Classification Manual, and Adjudication support documents. You’ll also find useful forms and fact sheets on a variety of topics, including benefit payments, and rights and responsibilities. Follow the link for access to these resources.

Resources for Businesses

Did you know that the Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce is composed of the Township of Admaston / Bromley, Township of Greater Madawaska, Horton Township and the Town of Renfrew. We have representatives of each municipality on our Board of Directors. For more information for each municipality please follow the links below to access the Township of Greater Madawaska Horton Township Township of Admaston / Bromley Town of Renfrew

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